Wakayama Prefectural Office

The Wakayama Prefectural Office features stone and brick construction with large windows and decorative elements that characterize early 20th-century Japanese administrative architecture.

Architect Hachiro Masuda designed this administrative headquarters during Japan's modernization period, combining traditional Japanese elements with contemporary building techniques.

The structure received recognition as a Registered Tangible Cultural Property of Japan, joining over 7,400 buildings that represent the nation's architectural inheritance.

The building maintains its function as the central administrative facility for Wakayama Prefecture, providing government services and hosting community meetings.

The preservation laws require authorities to approve any changes affecting more than 25 percent of the building's visible surfaces, ensuring its architectural integrity.

Location: Wakayama

Architects: Hachiro Masuda

GPS coordinates: 34.22597,135.16750

Latest update: March 3, 2025 04:02